BC-ADM - Board Certified - Advanced Diabetes Management
- Cost: $600-$900
- Renews every 5 years
COURSE FORMAT
About
The Board Certified - Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM) certification validates the knowledge and skills of healthcare providers working in advanced diabetes management. The Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists (ADCES) offers the BC-ADM exam, accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
Eligibility
To be eligible to take the BC-ADM exam, applicants must meet one of the following license and education requirements:
An active RN or advanced practice nursing license with a master’s degree or higher in a related educational, clinical, or management area
An active dietitian license or registration with a master’s degree or higher in a related area
An active pharmacists license with a master’s degree or higher in Pharmacy
An active Physician Assistant license with a master’s degree or higher in a related educational, clinical, or management area
An active MD or DO license with an MD or DO degree
In addition, applicants must have completed 5oo clinical practice hours within the previous 48 months of application.
Completion Time: Candidates have about 3 hours to complete the BC-ADM exam
Cost:
ADCES member initial: $600
Non-member initial: $900
ADCES member retake: $220
Non-member retake: $340
Course Format
Exam Format
The BC-ADM exam includes 150 scored questions and 25 unscored questions. Candidates have 3 hours and 3 minutes to complete the exam. BC-ADM exam topics include:
Assessment and Diagnosis (30%)
Planning and Intervention (34%)
Evaluation and Follow-up (23%)
Population Health, Advocacy, and Professional Development (14%)
Test Dates
Scantron Test Centers offer BC-ADM exams Monday through Saturdays between June 1-30 and December 1-31. Examinees may also take the exam at home via Scantron’s live online proctored test administration service.
Register for the Exam
Applicants receive a Notice to Schedule Examination email from Scantron 30 days before the testing window. They can register online or by calling Scantron at (919) 572-6880.
Visit Scantron’s website
Enter the username and password provided in the Notice to Schedule email
Follow the on-screen instructions
View Scantron Assessment Center locations page to find the nearest testing center.
Exam Day Instructions
Arrive at the testing center 15 to 30 minutes before exam time
Bring a government-issued photo ID
Applicant’s name must exactly match the name Scantron has on file
Bring printed confirmation email
Examinees may not bring personal items, calculators, phones, notes, food, or beverages into the test center
For remote proctored exams, applicants must use a computer with a camera, microphone, and internet connection. Review details for system requirements. Applicants can take a sample test to become familiar with Scantron software.
Visit Scantron’s website
Enter the username and password provided in the Notice to Schedule email
Confirm demographic information
Attest to Scantron’s privacy policy
Test computer for system requirements
Click “Schedule”
Enter phone number and time zone
Click “Schedule Exam”
Select a date and time and click “Schedule”
Exam Day Instructions
Click the link in the confirmation email to go to the Scantron platform
The system performs a System Requirement Check
Complete the check-in process with an ID check and environment check
A live proctor performs a security check
Examinees must be alone, in a well-lit space, with the computer on a table or desk
Examinees must not use a dual-monitor or sit in a reclined position
The live proctor remains present throughout the test for questions
Examinees receive an email from Scantron 6 to 8 weeks after the close of the testing window with exam results and instructions for accessing Scantron’s Score Report Portal.
Certification
Application Process
The application deadline is May 1 for June exams and November 1 for December exams, but ADCES accepts applications until May 15 and November 15 for an additional $50 late fee.
Create an account on the Scantron website
Insert demographic information
Insert 500 practice hour information
Attach copy of professional license
Attach copy of transcripts or diploma, if applicable
Click “I agree” next to Verification of Information
Insert membership information, if applicable
Insert payment information
Applicants receive a confirmation notice of eligibility within 5 business days of application submission.
Renewal
BC-ADM certification is valid for 5 years. Renewal applicants are encouraged to apply for renewal at least 6 months before expiration and no later than 30 days before expiration. To be eligible for renewal, applicants must:
Hold an active RN, RD, RPh, PA, or MD/DO license in the U.S. or the legal equivalent in another country
Hold a current BC-ADM certification
Have 1,000 hours of practice in advanced diabetes management during the 5-year certification period
Complete the professional development requirements
Pay the renewal fee
To renew certification:
Log into Scantron account
Check the box for “Renewal”
Insert demographic information
Insert license information
Upload a copy of professional license
Select the 2 professional development categories and enter corresponding information
Enter professional practice hour information
Click “I agree” next to Verification of Information
Insert membership information, if applicable
Insert payment information
Renewal Fees
ADCES member renewal: $500
Non-member renewal: $800
Continuing Education
Renewal applicants must complete 2 out of 6 professional development categories. Categories 1-5 may be doubled, but category 6 can’t be doubled.
Continuing Education (75 contact hours)
Academic Credits (5 semester credits or 6 quarter credits)
Presentations (Presentation time of 5 hours)
Publication (One article, primary author, or grant writer) or Research (IRB project, content reviewer, or completed dissertation, thesis or graduate level scholarly project)
Preceptor (120 hours)
Professional Service (100 hours)
Refer to the Candidate Handbook for full information on professional development categories.
Other Resources
The ADCES provides several resources to help prepare for the BC-ADM exam, including:
Assessment and Diagnosis Self-Assessment
Planning and Intervention Self-Assessment
Evaluation and Follow-up Self-Assessment
Population Health, Advocacy, and Professional Development Self-Assessment
Practice Exam available for $39 for ADCES members and $59 for non-members
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Frequently asked questions
What if I fail the BC-ADM exam?
If you fail the BC-ADM exam, you may retake it for a non-member fee of $340 or ADCES fee of $220. You can’t take the exam more than twice in 12 months, and if the examinee fails twice, they must skip the third examination window.
Can I still renew the BC-ADM if my certification expired?
Yes, you have 90 days after expiration to renew your BC-ADM certification with an added $50 late fee. After 90 days, you have to reapply and retake the exam.
Do I have to print the confirmation email even if I’m taking the BC-ADM remotely?
Yes, you must print the printed confirmation email for both in-person and remote proctored BC-ADM exams.
Can I cancel or reschedule the BC-ADM?
Yes, you can reschedule your BC-ADM exam up to 2 days before your exam date on the Scantron website. Scantron charges a non-refundable $50 rescheduling fee.
Can I take the BC-ADM in person from outside the U.S.?
Yes, you can take the BC-ADM exam internationally and in person with an additional scheduling fee of $150.
Can I still schedule the BC-ADM if I miss the application deadline on May 1 or November 1?
Yes, applicants have until May 15 or November 15 to submit their application, but ADCES charges a $50 late fee in addition to the cost of the exam.